From root: segundo
Usage Note
Segundon is a specific term for the second-born child in a family. While it is more common in formal or older contexts, it clearly identifies birth order.
Examples
" Siya ang segundon sa pamilya. "
Natural Translation
He/she is the second child in the family.
Literal Translation
He/she the second-child in family.
" Ako ay segundon na anak. "
Natural Translation
I am the second child.
Literal Translation
I am second-child that child.
" Bilang segundon sa anim na magkakapatid, palagi siyang nasa gitna ng mga away at pagkakasundo sa bahay. "
Natural Translation
As the second child among six siblings, he/she is always in the middle of the quarrels and reconciliations at home.
Literal Translation
As second-child in six siblings, always he/she at middle of the quarrels and reconciliation at house.
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